• Practice make-up: 3 FTE, 1 NP
• 12-14 patients avg. per day
• Call schedule: hospitalists admit w/ hem/onc consulting, so mostly phone call only.  Wknd rounding required and rotational.
• 36 clinical hrs/wk.  Half day admin day (4 hrs).  Possibility for 4-day work week (9 hr days) pending staff can accommodate.
• Treat AML and hemophilia patients.
• Radiation oncology is adjacent to the hem/onc office
• Infusion Center located in suite
• Hospital holds monthly tumor board meetings

About Service Line

• 3 Hem/Onc physicians (2 in Quincy, 1 in Hannibal)
• 1 per diem Hem/Onc (covers in Hannibal; leased from QMG)
• 3 NPs (two in Quincy, one in Hannibal)
• 1 clinical nurse specialist (Quincy)
• 1 FT Radiation Oncologist and 1 per diem Rad Onc (Quincy)

About Employer:

• 70+ member group of employed physicians, advanced practitioner and allied health providers offering services in 17 different specialties.
• The largest provider of medical care in the 300,000 population Tri-State Area composed of West Central Illinois, Northeast Missouri, and Southeast Iowa.
• The System also operates a 307-bed regional referral center in Quincy, and Illini Community Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital in Pittsfield, Illinois, (population 4,300).
• As a not-for-profit system, we accept all patients regardless of their economic condition or insurance coverage.
• The System was named one of the "100 Best Places to Work in Health Care" by Modern Healthcare magazine, and it ranks among the Country's top 8% of hospitals in its level of Information Technology development.
• Grade A hospital: This hospital has earned its second consecutive grade A for hospital safety from the Leapfrog Group. This organization analyzes safety data from hospitals across the country and compares outcomes. 

• Starting Salary $600,000.

• $150,000 of school loans forgiven over five years.

• $50,000 sign on bonus, for candidates who do not have school loans, sign on bonus of up to $100,000.
   
• Total guaranteed package between $640,000 - $700,000

• Up to a $15,000 relocation package

• Benefits: Health, life, vision, dental, disability, and AD & D insurance, malpractice coverage with tail, 403(b) pension plan plus 457(b) tax-deferral option, employee child care center, four weeks annual paid time off plus one week of CME time with paid time off increasing to six weeks after two years employment, $5,000 annual professional expense allowance, and more.

Affordable Cost of Living

• Housing costs are significantly below both Illinois and national averages.
• Median home values are well below many comparable Midwest cities.
• Physicians can often purchase larger homes with acreage or historic homes for substantially less than in metropolitan markets.

Excellent Healthcare Hub

• Home to Blessing Health System and Quincy Medical Group.
• Regional referral center serving western Illinois, northeast Missouri, and southeast Iowa.
• Broad specialty support and modern medical facilities make physician practice attractive.

Short Commute

• Average commute is approximately 12–13 minutes.
• Nearly anywhere in the city is accessible within 15 minutes, allowing more personal and family time.

Mississippi River Lifestyle

• Beautiful riverfront overlooking the Mississippi River.
• Boating, kayaking, fishing, eagle watching, walking trails, and scenic sunsets.
• Located along the Great River Road National Scenic Byway.

Outdoor Recreation

• More than 30 parks encompassing over 1,000 acres.
• Approximately 40 miles of biking and walking trails.
• Five golf courses.
• Marina, sports complexes, tennis courts, youth athletics, and numerous playgrounds.

Family-Friendly Community

• Strong public and private schools.
• Numerous youth sports, music, arts, and community events.
• Residents frequently cite safety and community involvement as major advantages.

Historic Character

• Beautiful neighborhoods featuring Victorian, Italianate, and other historic homes.
• Four National Register Historic Districts.
• Walkable downtown filled with locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and entertainment.

Growing Downtown

• Ongoing investment in "The District" downtown area.
• Restaurants, breweries, farmers markets, concerts, festivals, and seasonal events create an active community atmosphere.

Strong Educational Opportunities

• Quincy Public School District 172
• Quincy University
• John Wood Community College
• Nursing and allied health educational programs support the regional healthcare workforce.

Central Midwest Location

• St. Louis – about 2 hours
• Springfield – about 2 hours
• Columbia – about 2½ hours
• Chicago – approximately 4½–5 hours

• Regional air service is available through Quincy Regional Airport.

Particularly Appealing for Physicians

• Competitive physician compensation compared with the cost of living.
• Opportunity to develop long-term patient relationships.
• Strong referral base across a large rural service area.
• Excellent work-life balance due to minimal commuting and easy access to outdoor recreation.
• Family-oriented community with high civic engagement and Midwestern hospitality.
• Quincy is often described as offering the amenities of a city of 100,000+ while maintaining the affordability, convenience, and sense of community typically found in towns half its size.

Earn More and Pay Less.  Starting Salary For an Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Upper Extremities Is $250,000 To $500,000 More Compared To Positions Located In Chicago and St. Louis; Coupled With A Cost Of Living Of 30% Less In This Community Provides You With Significant Buying Power With The Opportunity To Build Your Dream Home, Pay Down Your Student Loans And Retire Early.

Income Potential.  The Income Potential Is Greater Than Most With The Opportunity To Earn In The Top 90th%Tile In The US. 

Housing Market.  With Average Home Pricing Settled At $108,620 And Where A Desirable 3374 Square Ft. 5 Bedroom/4 Bath Home Sold For $255,000 Building A Quality Of Life With Substantial Savings Is Easy.

The community.  The Community Is Welcoming To New Members And Offers A Series Of Fun Events Throughout The Year For Family Members And Getting To Know One Another. 

About Employer.  This Employer Is Committed To Its Doctors And The Entire Employee Staff And Enjoys Long Term Retention Of Its Key Physician Personnel Due To Exceptional Compensation And Quality Of Life Provided By The Community.